I can’t watch it, not allowed to cry right now (just had brain surgery).
Two of the best people in my world have Alzheimer’s, my parents. Sad as hell. And yet still they are a joy and they still love and enjoy something every day.
It is my hope that Glenn Campbell and his effort to get us all used to Alzheimers and to treat people with it better will be a huge success. Alzheimers is in your family or coming to it soon.
Gd bless him for using his fame to remove the shame and stigma of this disease, which is not the patients’ fault and nothing to be ashamed of. Treat anyone with Alzheimer’s the same as you would a young person with developmental differences: still use humor, be warm, be caring. And get help.
If you are alone caring for someone, get help online and in RL, people to sit with your loved one so you get out regularly. And if you know someone who is a caregiver, please give them some breaks.
Such beautiful souls on this thread. That’s also what makes me cry. Speedy recovery to you, Yaelle. I hope you have a good cry, soon, and God’s blessings!
I grew up on Mr. Campbell. My parents loved his music. This is so sad.
I saw an amazing documentary called “The genius of Marian”. Filmed and documented in love by the woman, Pam White's, son. I've never seen the suffering of Alheimer’s so aptly explained and it's relentless effects on family members of those who suffer with it. But it also demonstrates the love of a family who won't give in to the dreadful disease and continues to value her even though she is no longer with them in the same way.
Excellent advice, Yaelle. Prayers for your parents.